Gondhisikariput - Nandapur, Koraput
Gondhisikariput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Padua and around 75 km from Koraput. Kularsing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gondhisikariput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondhisikariput is 429718. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Gondhisikariput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gondhisikariput
As per Census 2011, Gondhisikariput village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 94 males and 91 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondhisikariput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 36 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 58 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Gondhisikariput
Gondhisikariput is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Buding | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Enuguguda | East | 1.72 km |
| Lampi | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Kudubu | East | 2.60 km |
| Madiput | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Hataguda | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Pamolput | South | 3.21 km |
| Kanusulaputtu | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Guntaput | South | 4.09 km |
| Tansing | East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondhisikariput
Public transport in the Gondhisikariput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padua, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Gondhisikariput is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gondhisikariput is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondhisikariput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondhisikariput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gondhisikariput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondhisikariput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gondhisikariput
Where is Gondhisikariput located?
Gondhisikariput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondhisikariput?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondhisikariput is Kularsing.
What is the pincode of Gondhisikariput?
The pincode of Gondhisikariput is 764041.
What is the population of Gondhisikariput?
Gondhisikariput has a total population of 185, including 94 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Gondhisikariput?
There are 55 households in Gondhisikariput.
What is the literacy rate in Gondhisikariput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondhisikariput is 27.57%. Male literacy is 38.30% and female literacy is 16.48%.